Sales Executive - Catering & Events

Position summary statement:

Catering & Events Sales Executive is beyond a salesperson, they are a profiler; responsible as the sole contact for the pre-planning stage and complete organisation of events.

Primary Responsibilities:

• At all times, present the client and stakeholders with the highest level of service, information and professionalism in all dealings with their event.

• Preparation and follow-up of conference (non-residential), corporate and social function proposals, tailored to specifically meet the needs of each client.

• Complete organisation of conference, corporate, major events and social events from confirmation to post-event follow-up in order to ensure client satisfaction.

• Prepare event orders, action plans and other relevant paperwork to effectively communicate guests’ needs to internal and external sources.

• Use of PMS to accurately record all activities, contacts etc

• Qualify prospective leads as to profitability.

• Co-ordination and hosting of site inspection activity including follow-up.

• Be present in the lobby to greet clients and be ready to proceed with inspections a minimum of 10 minutes prior to agreed meeting time.

• Answer all correspondence and enquiries received during the working week within 24 hours of receipt; maintain good public relations with customers.

• Liaise between C&E Operation and clients as necessary.

• Represent the Hotel at various functions and meetings as necessary.

• Attend internal and external meetings as necessary.

• Liaise with other Hotel Departments and within the Conference and Event Sales department effectively.

• Follow up outstanding accounts.

• Handle inquiries and 'walk-ins' as required.

• Produce correspondence as required.

• Assist Conference and Event Operations as necessary.

• Sell all Hotel Services.

• Work in association with Conference & Events Sales team to ensure deadlines are achieved.

• Develop close relationships with Other Hotels, Hotel suppliers and contractors and all event clients, past, present and future.

• Undertake evening and weekend duty shifts as requested.

• Ensure there is an active presence in the hotel as required by business demands or customer and staff needs.

• Alert management of any potential concerns to enable prompt attention.

• Conduct thorough client and staff briefings as necessary.

• Develop through knowledge of competitive properties.

• Maintain a professional appearance at all times and to conduct personal behaviour in a mature and professional business manner when representing the Hotel.

• Carefully respond to all requests for explanations or any complaints by the customer within 48 hours. If this is not possible, inform the customer precisely when he or she can expect a response and ensure delivery on this promise.

• Professional working environment with attractive remuneration and insurance package

• Up to 3.5 months year-end bonus o Meals, uniform and laundry is provided by hotel

• Social insurance contribution as per Vietnam Labor Law & 24/7 Workmen - accidental insurance coverage

• Opportunity to join international training and development programs

• Chance to work with a great team of people and career growth in the international luxury hotel brand

• Special food and beverage discount at hotel

• Hotel discounts worldwide at PPHG hotel brands and Global Alliance hotels for associates and their family members

• Annual health check-up, summer vacation and many outing activities.

 Outgoing, enthusiastic and friendly

How to apply

Interested applicants are invited to e-mail your resume and letter of interest to our Human Capital & Development department at: Tin đã hết hạn

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.